Fall Registration Time

It’s the time of year that students begin to question their choice of major and career.  Although I can’t wave my “magic wand” or see into my “crystal ball” to grant you a new major, I can certainly offer you some steps to help yourself narrow down your options.

1.        Self-Assessment – Explore and learn more about

·         Values – What is most important to you

·         Interests – What you like to do

·         Personality – Complex set of behavioral traits that make us different and unique

·         Skills/Abilities – special talents

2.       Research and Exploration – Explore and Investigate the World of Work

·         Job Shadowing

·         Internships

·         Volunteer Experience/Part-time jobs

·         Research

3.       Decision Making

·         Research jobs and careers using Career Services resources such as O*Net and “What Can I Do With This Major”

·         Conduct an Information Interview

·         Read the catalog for course descriptions and requirements

·         Talk to upperclassmen and department faculty about the major

4.       Get Experience

·         Job Shadowing

·         Student Involvement

·         Volunteer Work

·         Study Abroad

·         Summer job

Still undecided?  Schedule an appointment with Career Services and get started on the process of finding the right major for you!